Braintree Sixth Form

Wishing all our students, families and staff a restful and enjoyable Easter break.

School returns on Monday 13 April 2026.

This term’s edition of Notley News is now available to view on our website.

Catch up on everything that’s been happening here: https://notleyhigh.com/News/Notley-News-March-2026/

Free ACL SEN Family Learning courses for April.

Designed to support parents and carers in strengthening their children’s wellbeing, confidence, and learning journey. This April, ACL are placing a special focus on their Introduction to Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) workshop. EBSA continues to be an increasing concern for many families and schools, and this supportive session helps parents understand what EBSA looks like, why it happens, and gentle ways to help their child feel safer and more confident about attending school.
All courses are free, delivered online by their qualified tutors, and booking is required via:
www.aclessex.com → search the course title in the Find a course… box.
You can also enrol by calling our contact line 0345 603 7035

Easter Lunch - Wednesday 25th March 2026

We’re pleased to share a series of webinars available for parents who would like to deepen their understanding of their child’s neurodiversity and learn practical ways to offer effective support. These sessions are open to all parents and carers. Please use the links below to book your place on any of the upcoming webinars.

The Autistic Burnout Virtual Conference 2026 Tickets, Friday, Jun 5 from 9:30 am to 4 pm GMT+1 Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-autistic-burnout-virtual-conference-2026-tickets-1983718936740

Parent webinars - Parentkind https://www.parentkind.org.uk/your-pta-expert/parent-webinars?utm_medium=paid&utm_source=ig&utm_id=120245226225980670&utm_content=120245226236160670&utm_term=120245226230330670&utm_campaign=120245226225980670

Braintree Basketball Club Girls Day

This is a free basketball event, open to girls age 8 onwards and all skill levels.
Register via the QR code.

Congratulations to Tom, a Jack Petchey Award Winner!

Tom is an incredibly resilient young man, who faces personal challenges with determination. Tom moved to us from Ramsey at the start of Year 12, and he quickly showed his class teachers his commitment to push himself in his studies, often working above his ALPS grade. Tom is the Senior Vice Captain of Halstead Swimming Club, swimming early mornings before Sixth Form and regularly supporting younger swimmers. He has also completed specialist lifeguarding training, gaining UCAS points while also aiming to further support his team. Tom is also a positive and kind role model for other students, showing that quiet determination can be key in future success. Tom deserves to be recognised for the consistent dedication he shows in all aspects of his life.

Do you know a young person who truly shines? Now is your opportunity to celebrate their dedication, resilience, and positive impact by nominating them for the prestigious Jack Petchey Award. This award recognises exceptional young people who go above and beyond—whether through acts of kindness, remarkable personal growth, leadership, or their commitment to making a difference in their community. Any parent, carer, or pupil can nominate a student—simply email [email protected] with your nomination to help ensure their hard work and inspiring attitude receive the recognition they deserve.

Colchester United Community Foundation’s FIT U’s programme will be coming to Notley High School and Sixth Form for 13 weeks, starting on 14th January! Sessions are 1.5 hours a week, consisting of approximately 45 mins theory and 45 mins physical activity (activities vary to introduce new interests and to provide sustainable long-term engagement). It is completely FREE to take part in and designed for adults aged 35–65 with a BMI of 28+.

Sign up here:
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The December edition of Notley News is now available to view on our website!
View it here: https://notleyhigh.com/News/Notley-News-December-2025/